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Asparagus Bisque

2 C. vegetable stock plus 1 C. water
2 Tbsp. shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 C. fresh asparagus, chopped
4 Tbsp. butter
4 Tbsp. organic unbleached flour
1 pint Organic Valley heavy whipping cream
2 Tbsp. fresh chives

Place vegetable stock and water in a medium saucepan along with the shallots and garlic. Bring to a simmer. Add the asparagus. Cook until asparagus is bright green, about 2 minutes. Puree in a food processor or blender. In saucepan melt the butter. Whisk in the flour. Season with salt and pepper, cook until bubbly about 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream and the asparagus puree. Heat, stirring often until soup is smooth and slightly thickened. Garnish with minced chive.